Job Description

Description

The

Department of Clinical Neurosciences

in the

Cumming School of Medicine

invites applications for a

Registered Nurse (Junior)

. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.


The Junior Stroke Research Nurse reports the Director, Business Operations - Stroke Clinical Trials Group (SCTG) and will have accountabilities from other senior team members.


The normal shift is Monday to Friday from 0700-1500 h (variable days). One day per week, the normal shift is 1500-2300 h Work will also include weekend hours (OT). The Stroke Team (stroke neurologist, fellow, nurse practitioner, stroke fellows and stroke research nurse(s)) responds and treats patients in a very critical time window, so the Junior Stroke Research Nurse must be available on very short notice. The Junior Stroke Research Nurse is on call Friday evenings (until 2300 h) and weekends (0700-2300) in rotation with other stroke research nurses in the group, to screen, enroll patients in clinical trials, conduct required follow-up assessments and support other members of the Stroke Team and hospital staff regarding stroke research projects. There may be frequent contact with blood and other body fluids and exposure to air or surface borne diseases. The work environment may involve considerable time spent on a computer, handling heavy or awkward equipment and considerable walking/standing.


Travel (air and ground) may be required to attend Investigator meetings, courses, seminars, scientific meetings and conferences (national and international); a valid passport is required. Travel may also required to see patients (other hospitals/care facilities in Calgary, other locales in Alberta and western Canada).

Summary of Key Responsibilities

(job functions include but are not limited to):


Patient Recruitment/Scheduling/Screening

Screen patients (Emergency, Nursing Units and Clinics) and charts as per Heath Information - Act for multiple acute trials (requires 24 x 7 on call coverage) and prevention trials Completes screening utilizing appropriate tools and clinic pathway/thresholds; utilizes an advanced knowledge and skill in history and physical assessment Confirm eligibility criteria with study investigator Supervise study implementation according to protocol and assure patient safety by reinforcement of same with health care providers (nursing staff, physicians, lab, ECG, pharmacy, critical care, emergency departments, radiology) Collaborate and consult with study investigators Monitor enrollment goals and modify recruitment strategies as necessary

Protocol Evaluation/Study Initiation

Collaborates with research team to determine feasibility of research project Liaise between research team and study sponsors Attend Investigator Meeting Facilitate pre-study visits and site initiation with study sponsor Educate stroke team and ancillary staff regarding aspects of research project Prepare space for study related supplies and equipment Integrate accepted clinical trial with current research activity

Informed Consent/Assent

Follows GCP, ICH guideline and Stroke Research SOPs during the informed consent process Explain procedures and potential risks to patient or surrogate and obtain written consent Provide a copy of signed consent form to patient/surrogate and for chart Document the process of obtaining consent in source document

Patient Management

Provide appropriate information and education to patients and family prior to informed consent Implements the nursing process when eligibility is confirmed Assess the needs of the patient Determine a plan of care based on the assessment Prepares the patient physically and emotionally for protocol participation requirements Implement protocol required activities Evaluates/monitors patients' response

Adverse Event Issues

Apply pharmacological knowledge to assist the Investigator in determining idiosyncrasies, causality, expected or unexpected results Observe, query, and document medical events (adverse events) Present Principal Investigator with relevant information for determination of seriousness, causality, and intervention

Source Documentation and Data Collection

Create and manage source documents and case report forms Data collection- review for accuracy Data entry - case report form completion or electronic database Data query resolution

Investigational Drug/product or device Accountability

Receive, store (ambient/refrigerated/freezer) and acknowledge drug/product or device from study sponsor and maintain accurate inventory (monitor expiry date) and documentation (monitor storage temperature) in accordance with study protocol, FDA and Health Canada guidelines Prepare, dispense and administer drug (intravenous, oral)/product to patients enrolled in study Retrieve drug/product from patient and calculate compliance

Clinical Laboratory Activities

Ensure proper collection, processing, and shipment of specimens Communicate with laboratory, study sponsor, and appropriate study investigator on laboratory findings Ensure adequate supply of laboratory supplies and monitor expiry dates

Managing CHREB /Regulatory Issues

Prepare and submit documents (ethics application, consent forms, protocol and investigator brochure) to Calgary Health Research Ethics Board (CHREB) Maintain communication with CHREB at scheduled intervals to report serious adverse events, safety reports, annual renewal, and modifications to protocol and study closure Complete Clinical Trial Application package for Health Canada for Investigator initiated research projects; Submit Amendments and SAE to Health Canada

Budget and Contracts

Coordinate distribution of budget to various parties for review and execution Coordinate distribution of contract to various parties for review and execution

Research Study Closure

Schedule and prepare patient for final monitoring visits with sponsor Coordinate close-out visit with sponsor
Return or dispose of unused supplies as per sponsor requirements

Qualifications / Requirements:

Graduate of an approved school of Nursing; Current professional licensure with College & Association of Registered Nurses in Alberta (CARNA) Baccalaureate degree in nursing an asset CCRP (SoCRA) Certification or CRC (ACRP) certification preferred and supported Experience in co-ordination of clinical trials (2-5 years) Experience in neuroscience nursing (2-5 years) Experience in nursing (10+ years) Knowledge base of stroke and TIA nursing care Certification in BLS, IV therapy, phlebotomy Knowledge of research methodologies, experience administering clinical trials and clinical research Neurological assessment certifications - NIHSS, mRS, BI Excellent neurocognitive assessment skills Use of standard nursing equipment, thermometer, stethoscope, oxygen saturation, phlebotomy and IV equipment, etc. Technical dexterity, knowledge and skill working with computer technology (Microsoft Office programs) Demonstrated ability to function independently and within a team environment Leadership, communication and decision making skills Demonstrated strong organizational, time management skill, accuracy and strong attention to detail Demonstrated ability to multitask and deal with multiple priorities in an effective, efficient manner Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative when required to promote the long term goal of completing clinical research studies Demonstrated superior physical and emotional assessment skills Evidence of participation in continuing professional growth

Application Deadline:

July 21, 2025

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.


This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the

Technical Job Family, Phase 2.


For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our

Management and Staff Careers website

.

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